Question

first read: comprehension
identify the choice that best answers the question.
what reasons for writing the constitution are given in the preamble to the constitution? choose three options.
a. to ensure peace within the country
b. to present a united defense against other countries
c. to enable taxes to be raised to support the government
d. to promote the welfare of the people of the united states
e. to give states more independence from the federal government
f. to provide legal standing for the united states in international affairs

Explanation:

The Preamble of the Constitution of the United States includes statements about forming a more perfect Union, establishing Justice, insuring domestic Tranquility (which relates to ensuring peace within the country - option A), providing for the common defense (which relates to presenting a united defense against other countries - option B), promoting the general Welfare (which relates to promoting the welfare of the people of the United States - option D). Raising taxes (option C) is a power given in other parts of the Constitution, not the Preamble. Giving states more independence (option E) is contrary to the purpose of the Constitution which was to create a stronger federal government. Providing legal standing in international affairs (option F) is not explicitly in the Preamble.

Answer:

A. to ensure peace within the country, B. to present a united defense against other countries, D. to promote the welfare of the people of the United States